The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is seeking an accomplished infrastructure leader to join its executive team as the Associate Director-General (Road Integration). This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Australia's largest and most significant public infrastructure portfolios, shaping the future of Queensland's road network and delivering better outcomes for communities across the state.
About the Role
As the Associate Director-General (Road Integration), you will provide executive leadership across Queensland's road infrastructure portfolio, ensuring the successful integration of infrastructure delivery, asset stewardship, and network operations. Reporting directly to the Director-General, you will balance strategic leadership with practical delivery oversight, offering trusted advice to government and building confidence across the department, industry, and regional Queensland.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the integration of infrastructure delivery, asset management, and network operations to optimise investment and deliver lasting public value.
Providing strategic advice to Ministers and senior government leaders on complex infrastructure, engineering, financial, and governance matters.
Building trusted relationships with stakeholders across government, industry, and regional communities.
Driving organisational improvement, fostering collaboration, and developing high performing executive teams.
Championing innovation and continuous improvement in the stewardship of Queensland's State Controlled Road Network.
About You
We are seeking a visionary leader with a proven track record in managing large, complex government or public infrastructure environments. You will have significant experience leading major road, transport, or comparable infrastructure delivery programs and demonstrate sophisticated political, strategic, and commercial judgement.
To succeed in this role, you will:
Exhibit exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
Demonstrate outstanding stakeholder engagement across government, industry, and regional communities.
Lead with integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering public value.
Bring a strong focus on organisational improvement and capability development.
Mandatory Requirements
Appointment is offered on a five-year Senior Executive Service contract at the HLSE 4 classification level.
The position is based in Brisbane and requires regular travel throughout Queensland.
Pre-employment screening, including criminal history checks, employment verification, qualification verification, and referee checks, will be conducted.
Applicants must disclose any serious disciplinary history and declare any current or previous employment as a lobbyist, as required under Queensland Government policy.
Why Join TMR?
At TMR, we are united by our vision of "Connected communities in a sustainable, thriving, and inclusive Queensland." Our team delivers one of Australia's largest infrastructure investment programs while stewarding the state's most significant public assets. We foster an inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration, innovation, and delivery excellence, empowering our people to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
How to Apply
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